Many people know they are living in a high wind zone and there will be special construction considerations when building. But most don’t know exactly what value a windstorm engineer adds to a building.

Every building is designed based on many factors, including location, size, height, roof slope, number of windows and doors, geometry, flood zone, and many more. Because there are so many variables that affect the design, each building is designed based on its unique characteristics.

Many people think because their neighbor’s house was done a certain way theirs will be too. While there may be similarities, unless the house is a exact duplicate, that scenario is unlikely.

One other misconception is that large glass window walls are typical. While they certainly can be accommodated in the design, what people do not see is what is behind the sheetrock. Many times, steel columns and beams, or large wood beams are needed to transfer the loads around those openings.

An engineer can help navigate all these requirements, perform the needed calculations, and perform the needed inspections, as contracted, to make sure the required items are installed.

We like to be involved during architectural design or shortly thereafter so we can have adequate time to perform engineering before a permit is needed. With Aran & Franklin involved, your home or business can perform its best during the worst conditions.